NGK Ceramics USA, Inc.

Job Description Job Description Date Posted: 6-12-2026 Date Removed: 6-19-2026 Position: Continuous Tech Lead Department: Continuous Pay Grade: NE10 Shift: D-Shift (7:30PM-7:45AM 4on / 4off) Reminder: If you apply for a position and it is offered to you, and you decline the position, you will have to wait 6 months after posting for another position. Posting for a position after the deadline will disqualify you. (If posting is not able to be removed as soon as the 5pm deadline.) LATERAL MOVES ARE NOW ALLOWED WITH THE REVISED JOB BID SYSTEM. This requisition will be posted on the NGK recruiting board for 7 days. Members should also consider the following requirements after applying for a position. You must be on your current job for one (1) year if your job grade is 7 or lower. You must be in your current job for a minimum of two (2) years for job grades 8 or higher due to the more technical nature of the jobs. No disciplinary actions within the last year (low level points warnings may be waived if there are special circumstances that can be, or are, documented). Meet the minimum requirements of the open job description. Completion of the current learner's assessment and other training requirements. Completed Career Readiness Certificate (CRC). Members should be mindful of the shift, area, and job duties after applying for a job so as not to risk a six-month waiting period to apply for a future opportunity. The members should carefully consider all these factors to avoid rejecting a job offer. I. POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): A. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. B. Assists with product changeover and set up production equipment and verifies the functionality of safety equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. C. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, devices, or products. D. Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. E. Inspects production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. F. Monitors SPC charts and uses precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. G. Maintains inventory of job materials and ensures that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. H. Confirms the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. I. Provides production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. J. Writes work orders and updates journal at end of shift. K. Follows company policies and enforces safety regulations. L. Follows work procedures to meet production schedules. M. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. N. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety in the department. O. Trains operators as needed. P. Measures and records data associated with operating equipment; provides advice or training to employees in the assigned area; and selects cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. Q. Operates production equipment, when needed. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 2 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 R. Assists engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. S. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager T. Inputs maintenance work orders through Maximo system U. Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift V. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed W. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials X. This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. B. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. C. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. D. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. E. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. F. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. G. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. H. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 3 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 IV. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A. Required Education and/or Experience 1. Must be able to successfully complete all required job training 2. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 3. 6 month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent 4. CRC Bronze or above B. Required Language Skills 1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and emergency procedure, and maintenance instructions. 2. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. 3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. C. Required Mathematical Skills 1. Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. D. Required Reasoning Ability 1. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 2. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form E. Preferred Qualifications 1. Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License 2. Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software 3. Certified Production Technician program completion V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and will be determined on a case by case basis): A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. B. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. C. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 4 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 D. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. VI. WORK ENVIRONMENT A. While performing the duties of this job . click apply for full job details

Job Description Job Description I. POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): A. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. B. Assists with product changeover and set up production equipment and verifies the functionality of safety equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. C. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, devices, or products. D. Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. E. Inspects production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. F. Monitors SPC charts and uses precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. G. Maintains inventory of job materials and ensures that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. H. Confirms the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. I. Provides production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. J. Writes work orders and updates journal at end of shift. K. Follows company policies and enforces safety regulations. L. Follows work procedures to meet production schedules. M. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. N. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety in the department. O. Trains operators as needed. P. Measures and records data associated with operating equipment; provides advice or training to employees in the assigned area; and selects cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. Q. Operates production equipment, when needed. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 2 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 R. Assists engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. S. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager T. Inputs maintenance work orders through Maximo system U. Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift V. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed W. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials X. This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. B. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. C. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. D. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. E. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. F. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. G. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. H. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 3 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 IV. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A. Required Education and/or Experience 1. Must be able to successfully complete all required job training 2. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 3. 6 month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent 4. CRC Bronze or above B. Required Language Skills 1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and emergency procedure, and maintenance instructions. 2. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. 3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. C. Required Mathematical Skills 1. Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. D. Required Reasoning Ability 1. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 2. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form E. Preferred Qualifications 1. Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License 2. Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software 3. Certified Production Technician program completion V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and will be determined on a case by case basis): A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. B. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. C. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 4 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 D. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. VI. WORK ENVIRONMENT A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. B. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. VII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE A. Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. B. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. C. Respirators, half mask cartridge respirators plus goggles, or full face cartridge respirators may be required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. VIII. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER A. This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products. Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. Inspect production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. Monitor SPC charts and use precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. Place product in boxes, ensuring safe transport to customer. Maintain inventory of job materials and ensure that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. Be able to read and understand product drawings and specifications. Able to confirm the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. Provide production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. Write work orders and update journal at end of shift. Interprets company policies and enforces safety regulations. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Plans and assists with product changeover and set up for equipment. Selection of proper tooling, fixtures, etc. to set up equipment for production. Set up and verify the functionality of safety equipment; Start up and shut down processing equipment. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety of the department. Train operators as needed. Measure and record data associated with operating equipment; Provide advice or training to other technicians; select cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. May operate production equipment when needed. Assist engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager May input maintenance work orders through Maximo system Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Required Education and/or Experience Must be able to successfully complete all required job training High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Required Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. Required Mathematical Skills Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Required Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Preferred Qualifications Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and will be determined on a case by case basis): While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. VII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions VIII. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products. Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. Inspect production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. Monitor SPC charts and use precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. Place product in boxes, ensuring safe transport to customer. Maintain inventory of job materials and ensure that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. Be able to read and understand product drawings and specifications. Able to confirm the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. Provide production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. Write work orders and update journal at end of shift. Interprets company policies and enforces safety regulations. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Plans and assists with product changeover and set up for equipment. Selection of proper tooling, fixtures, etc. to set up equipment for production. Set up and verify the functionality of safety equipment; Start up and shut down processing equipment. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety of the department. Train operators as needed. Measure and record data associated with operating equipment; Provide advice or training to other technicians; select cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. May operate production equipment when needed. Assist engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager May input maintenance work orders through Maximo system Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Required Education and/or Experience Must be able to successfully complete all required job training High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Required Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. Required Mathematical Skills Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Required Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Preferred Qualifications Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and will be determined on a case by case basis): While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. VII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions VIII. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.